Digital Security 101
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How To Block Ads (Easiest Methods For Each Platform)
Ads and pop-ups aren’t just annoying; they can also put your online privacy and safety at risk — luckily you can block them on almost every platform.
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Aura vs. Bark: How To Choose the Best Parental Control App
Aura vs. Bark is a hot debate — which is the best parental controls app to keep your kids safe online? It’s time to find out.
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How To Avoid the Credit National Assist Debt Relief Scam
Are you getting calls from “Credit National Assist?” Learn how to spot this common phone scam and protect yourself from fraudsters.
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How To Repair Your Credit After Identity Theft
Did an identity thief ruin your credit with fraudulent charges? Here’s what you can do to repair your credit score after identity theft.
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Credit Repair Scams: New Scam Types & How To Avoid Them
In credit repair scams, companies or individuals promise to improve your credit score using illegitimate means. Learn how to give these a wide berth.
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How Long Does It Take To Repair Your Credit? (How To Do It)
Saddled with a low credit score due to fraud or missed payments? Learn how long it takes to repair credit (and how to do it the right way).
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Are Free Credit Reports Safe? How To Avoid Credit Score Scams
Scammers use fake credit score sites and repair agencies to steal your personal info. Learn how to spot (and avoid) the latest credit score scams.
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How To Stop Spam Emails (New Concise Guide)
If you simply opened a spam email, you may be in the clear. But if you clicked on a link, downloaded an attachment, or responded, be cautious.
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How To See What My Kid Is Doing Online: 5 Tools
When you know how to see what your kids are doing online, you can protect them from scams, bullies, and identity theft. Are your kids safe?
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Scammed on PayPal? Here's How To Get Your Money Back
PayPal is one of the safer ways to send and receive money. But it’s still full of scammers. Here’s what to do if you’ve been scammed on PayPal.
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Is Discord Safe for Kids? A Quickstart Guide for Parents
Is Discord safe? While Discord removes accounts that endanger children, there are steps parents can take in the absence of true parental controls on the app.
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How Do Hackers Get Passwords? (And How To Stop Them)
Learn about the warning signs of password cracking, how hackers get passwords, and how to protect your online accounts from cyberattacks.
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How To Reduce Your Digital Footprint & Protect Yourself Online
Every site you visit, link you click, and search you make is part of your online footprint. Learn how to minimize your digital footprint today.
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The 10 Best Parental Control Apps for iPhones Right Now
Children face more online threats than ever. Learn about 10 of the best parental control apps for iPhones and how to choose which one is right for you.